National Geographic Traveler: Alaska (Paperback)

by Robert S. Devine (Author)

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Product Description
A new guide in the critically acclaimed National Geographic Traveler series takes readers to one of the fastest growing tourist destinations in the United States: Alaska.

A vast landscape of breathtaking beauty, natural wonder, and rich cultural history, Alaska is as unspoiled as it is unforgettable, and every year more visitors are discovering its unlimited vacation potential. It's the kind of place that's been a National Geographic specialty for over a century, so it is no surprise that this superbly illustrated guidebook, encompassing both natural history and the human presence from ancient native cultures to modern pioneers, is the last word on America's last frontier. The guide covers Southeast Alaska's Inside Passage; Anchorage; the Kenai Peninsula; the Southwest; Prince William Sound and Wrangell-St. Elias National Park; Denali National Park and the interior; and the spectacular Bush.

Beautiful photographs and detailed maps deliver the visual impact that has become National Geographic's hallmark, and the fact-packed Travelwise sections provide all the essentials of getting to and finding your way around Alaska.

Product Details

• Paperback: 272 pages
• Publisher: National Geographic (May 16, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 079225371X
• ISBN-13: 978-0792253716
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.3 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #323,026 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fine travel book, January 17, 2009

By	Pam (NE PA) - See all my reviews

I bought this as a present for a friend who is visiting Alaska for the first time. I also picked up 2 other info/travel books but this is the one she is quoting all the time. Lots of great photos, maps, ideas & important info about the terrain and potential risks (mosquitoes, etc!) in a palatable format. Since then, I have bought 2 more (one for me & another friend also on the same trip) - there will be a quiz on Friday. Fine book - take it with you when you go.

2 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars NGT on Alaska, January 18, 2008

By	Victoria Lynn "Victoria Lynn" (Inkom, Idaho) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This was a gift to my husband for Christmas because we are going to Alaska in a few months. I started reading it too and think it's fabulous! He has to keep taking it away from me. So many interesting things about Alaska in this book, 2 weeks there just isn't going to be enough.

1 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Guide, August 5, 2007

By	Leash "Penelope" (Honolulu, HI USA) - See all my reviews

Went on an Alaskan crusie. Book was very helpful and the pictures are gorgeous. Would definitely recommend it.